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Offline Spuddy

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How hard is it to import an old revolver into the US?
« on: July 01, 2008, 11:02:23 AM »
My aunt has an old Colt 38 revolver that she would like to give me.  She is hesitant because of the laws in Canada regarding handgun ownership and transportation not to mention transfer of ownership.  I am not familiar with these laws.  Is this going to be a difficult process and where should I start? thanks for the help.
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Re: How hard is it to import an old revolver into the US?
« Reply #1 on: July 01, 2008, 05:06:20 PM »
I am not sure of the laws but thought maybe someone who has hunted there can tell you about the transportation part.  The BATF might be able to help with some info as well.

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Re: How hard is it to import an old revolver into the US?
« Reply #2 on: July 02, 2008, 09:30:17 AM »
If it is old eniugh to be an antique it is no problem (pre 1893) Bought a s&w russian and declared it as  an antique no problem
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Re: How hard is it to import an old revolver into the US?
« Reply #3 on: July 02, 2008, 03:29:19 PM »
If it is old eniugh to be an antique it is no problem (pre 1893) Bought a s&w russian and declared it as  an antique no problem
It may be I will have to check thanks for the info.